Jerry Odeen and Arian Kashani Stack Up Big in Record-Breaking Eureka Main Event
A staggering 1,587 entries filled the tables on Day 1e of the €1,100 Eureka Main Event at the 2024 PokerStars European Poker Tour Prague, hosted in the luxurious Hilton Prague. By the end of the day’s action, 236 players had secured their spots in the money and advanced to tomorrow's Day 2.
This impressive turnout catapults the total entries for the event to an extraordinary 4,732, shattering last year's record of 4,403 participants. In 2023, Alexander Tkatschew etched his name in the history books by claiming victory in this event for €511,710. With the bar set higher than ever, the 2024 edition promises even more thrilling moments as players chase their share of poker glory.
Top Ten Chip Counts
| Place | Name | Country | Chip Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jerry Odeen | Sweden | 841,000 |
| 2 | Andreas Heissenberger | Austria | 751,000 |
| 3 | Nicolas Bokowski | Germany | 743,000 |
| 4 | Nico Wendlant | Germany | 629,000 |
| 5 | Malte Redschlag | Germany | 599,000 |
| 6 | Muhibur Rahman | United Kingdom | 559,000 |
| 7 | Phil Gross | Germany | 532,000 |
| 8 | Alexantr Spatharis | Greece | 531,000 |
| 9 | Ben Miller | United Kingdom | 508,000 |
| 10 | Arian Kashani | Iran | 503,000 |
Jerry Odeen, a seasoned EPT veteran with no fewer than ten final tables on his impressive poker resume, closed out Day 1e as the chip leader, amassing a towering stack of 841,000 chips. Odeen, who ranks in the top thirty on Sweden's all-time money list with nearly $1,400,000 in live tournament earnings, brings both experience and momentum to the felt. With his stellar track record and commanding stack, Odeen is undoubtedly a player to watch as the action heats up on Day 2.
One of the familiar names at the top of the pack is Arian Kashani, who bagged an impressive 503,000 as he aims for another deep run. Kashani is riding a wave of momentum following his recent triumph at UKIPT Nottingham, where he topped a field of 1,282 entries to claim his career-best score of £201,900. With his confidence soaring and a big stack to wield, Kashani will certainly be a force to watch as the tournament progresses.
Other notables to make it through include Andreas Heissenberger with 751,000 chips, showcasing a strong performance as he heads into Day 2. Nicolas Bokowski also bagged an impressive 743,000, continuing his streak of solid tournament results. Katie Swift, a familiar face in major events, advanced with 342,000 chips and will look to climb the leaderboard further. Alexander Ivarsson, another experienced pro, secured 363,000 chips to bring into Day 2. Additionally, Phil Gross amassed 532,000 chips, setting himself up for a promising run in the next stage.
Day 2 is scheduled to commence on Saturday, December 7, at 11 a.m., with players diving into 60-minute levels as the tournament moves closer to crowning a champion. The agenda for the day will be finalized once play begins, so be sure to follow along for the latest updates.
Remaining Schedule
| Date | Day | Time | Blind Levels |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 7 | Day 2 | 11:00 a.m. | 60 minutes |
| December 8 | Day 3 | 12:00 p.m. | 60 minutes |
| December 9 | Day 4 | 12:00 p.m. | 60 minutes |
The eagerly anticipated prize pool and payout information will be confirmed shortly after Day 2 kicks off and published on PokerNews. Be sure to follow along for full Day 2 coverage as the excitement builds, the action intensifies, and the remaining players battle to secure their spot on the path to the final table in this record-breaking Eureka Main Event!